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Animal welfare resources around Bangor
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Bangor Humane Society
693 Mt Hope Ave, Bangor, ME 04401
Eastern Maine's largest animal shelter with adoption, surrender services, low-cost spay/neuter, and a pet food pantry for families struggling to feed their pets. Open-admission shelter accepting all animals regardless of condition.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Sat 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
- Who this helps
- Open to the general public. Adoption available to anyone who completes an application and meets adoption criteria. Pet food pantry available to community members who need help feeding their pets. Low-cost spay/neuter services available.
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Furry Friends Food Bank
450 Essex St, Bangor, ME 04401
Free pet food program for low-income seniors age 60+ who need help feeding their companion animals. Distributes through 26 locations across Penobscot, Piscataquis, Hancock, and Washington counties.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Call to enroll and find nearest distribution location
- Who this helps
- Seniors age 60+ who meet income guidelines in Penobscot, Piscataquis, Hancock, or Washington counties.
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Help Fix ME
Statewide support
State-run low-cost spay/neuter program for cats and dogs. Vouchers available for qualifying Maine pet owners to use at participating veterinarians statewide. Helps reduce pet overpopulation.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Call 1-800-367-1317 or email [email protected]
- Who this helps
- Available to Maine residents who qualify based on income or receive public assistance (MaineCare, SNAP, SSI, etc.). Vouchers can be used at participating veterinary clinics across Maine.
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Spectrum Generations AniMeals
Statewide support
Free pet food delivered to homebound seniors alongside Meals on Wheels. Keeps seniors and their companion animals together.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Delivered with Meals on Wheels schedule
- Who this helps
- Homebound seniors receiving Meals on Wheels.
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Before you call or visit.
Shelters, food programs, and clinics offer different kinds of help.
Ask about your animal
Confirm which species, sizes, and services the program handles. Ask about appointments and current capacity.
Check cost and funding
A low-cost clinic is not always free. Ask about fees, assistance requirements, and whether funding is currently available.
Plan for the visit
Ask what records, carrier, leash, or other supplies to bring. For a sick or injured pet, contact a veterinarian directly.